Our Story

At Little Lives Child Development, we believe that every child deserves to feel seen, understood, supported, and celebrated.

We are a child-centred therapy and developmental support practice dedicated to helping toddlers and young children grow with confidence through compassionate, evidence-based care. Our multidisciplinary approach combines occupational therapy, speech and language support, sensory integration, parent guidance, and developmental enrichment to nurture the whole child — emotionally, socially, physically, and cognitively.

Rooted in warmth, playfulness, and deep respect for childhood, Little Lives creates safe and engaging spaces where children can explore, connect, and thrive at their own pace. We understand that every child develops differently, and we work closely with families to honour each child’s unique strengths, challenges, personality, and potential.

Whether a child is experiencing speech delays, sensory sensitivities, emotional regulation challenges, developmental delays, learning differences, or simply needs additional support to flourish, our goal is always the same: to help little lives grow into confident, capable humans.

Our approach is relationship-based, neurodiversity-affirming, and grounded in the belief that meaningful progress happens through trust, connection, movement, play, and joy.

At Little Lives, parents are never alone on the journey. We partner with families, schools, and caregivers to provide practical support, encouragement, and guidance every step of the way.

Because behind every little life is a whole world waiting to bloom.

Meet the Team Trusted by Parents and Children Alike

  • Emma Wijnberg

    Directing Occupational Therapist

  • Helen Fitschen

    Senior Occupational Therapist

  • Anisa Erasmus

    Senior Occupational Therapist

  • Teena Greyling

    Occupational Therapist

  • Kristen Cronje

    Occupational Therapist

  • Jessica Joubert

    Senior Speech Therapist

  • Danielle Scrutton

    Senior Speech Therapist

  • Rene Govindsamy

    Speech Therapist

  • Serena West

    Practice Manager

  • Amber Pretorius

    Sales & Social Media